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A Southern
Italian Kitchen

Creating moments of joy around food, just like nonna taught us

Young Nonna is about being the next generation that reminds people how good life can be when we slow down and gather around.

Come Join Us For A Good Time

Three ways to enjoy Young Nonna

Food Truck

Catch us
rolling around 
Southern Maine

Follow along to see our schedule

Events

Have nonna’s recipes and hospitality at your next party

Reach out to
discuss your event 

Goods To Go

Grab our pasta, tomato sauce & more to enjoy at home

COMING SOON!

Perfect for Corporate & Team Parties | Friends & Family Gatherings | Festivals & Community Events & More!

Reach out to place your order 

laura@youngnonnapasta.com

(Dec 21 last day for catering)

Holiday Catering is Now Open

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From Southern Italy to Southern Maine

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Ciao, my name is Laura Iaffaldano (I-fell down-oh no)! In case you couldn’t tell by my name, my family is from Italy, specifically from a southern coastal region called Puglia. We’re known for our rocky beaches, seafood and centuries-old (olive) trees  - not too different from Maine. 

I come from a long line of nonnas. These jovial grandmas are known for showing their love through food and preserving traditions around the table. As the first  of my family born here in America, I felt I was slowly losing their soulful way of life. Here's to being the next generation keeping people smiling around the table!

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What We're Serving Up

 HOMEMADE & HANDMADE,
like nonna taught us

Fresh Pasta

Made weekly from just semolina flour + water. Served with a rotating selection of homemade sauces.

Panzerotti

Think mini fried calzones. Filled with seasonal mixtures like sausage and broccoli rabe or ricotta and squash. 

Focaccia

We make it thick, crunchy and topped with cherry tomatoes and oregano. 

Polpette "Meatballs"

We make them traditional style with pork & beef or  "poor man's" style with eggplant and mint. 

Cannolis

Stuffed with our chocolate chip or pistachio filling

Proud to say our recipes aren’t original. 

They've been passed down from generation to generation.

We'd love to hear from you!

Are you hungry? Think we could be a good fit for your event? 

est. 2025 | Portland, Maine

  💁🏻‍♀️  proudly woman and queer owned 🏳️‍🌈

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